Motoring News

The ŠKODA Rapid has received one of the world’s most coveted design awards as the compact sedan took the “red dot” design prize for product design. Full story...

>> March 2013 - Audi Keeps On Rising

The Audi Group surpassed its targets for the year 2012. Despite the significant effects of the debt crisis in some countries and a contracting overall market in Europe, the company posted record figures for production, shipments, revenue and earnings. Full story...

>> March 2013 - Rav 4 Scores 5-Star Safety Rating

ANCAP today released a 5 star ANCAP safety rating for the new Toyota RAV4. The RAV4 is equipped with dual frontal, side chest and side head (curtain) airbags, and a driver knee airbag as standard. Full story...

>> March 2013 - First Look at Hyundai ix35

Hyundai has released the first image of the New ix35, ahead of its world premiere at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. Full story...

As the Australian new car market topped the million sale mark by November for the first time, Kia Motors continued to play its part in the record growth as the fastest growing mainstream passenger car marque. Full story....

>> December 2012 - Nissans Electrifying Offers For Leaf

Nissan has launched three new ‘electrifying’ offers on its zero emission, zero tailpipe LEAF. Full story....

>> December 2012 - Mazda Breaks Sales Record

Mazda has broken its all-time sales record having sold 94,332 new cars, utilities and SUVs to the end of November, according to VFACTS figures Full story....

>> November 2012 - Milestone For Ford Territory

Australia’s only truly local SUV, the Ford Territory has reached a production milestone of 150,000 units. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Ford Partners With Rare Tyres

Ford Australia and Rare Spares have announced a landmark partnership to supply a range of officially licensed Ford restoration parts for older model cars. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Mitsubishi Outlander Out Now

The all-new, next-generation Outlander has arrived in Australia and is now available at Mitsubishi Motors dealerships across the country. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Nissan Navara Limited Edition

Nissan Australia has released the Navara 25th Anniversary Limited Edition priced at just $41,888 drive away for manual and $44,138 for automatic. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Getting to Know the MINI Paceman

Indeed, the MINI Paceman is the first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium small and compact segment. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Subaru XV Wins Top UK SUV Award

The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Subaru XV has been named 'SUV of the Year' by 4x4 Magazine in the United Kingdom. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Autocar Votes Yaris Best Small Car For First Car Buyers

Toyota's Yaris has been named the best small car for first-time buyers in a review by one of the world's leading motoring journals. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Subaru Forester Premiere

Subaru’s fourth generation All-Wheel Drive Forester goes on sale in Japan with an impressive list of new features that build on its long-established reputation for value, safety, great engineering and fun driving. Full story....

>> November 2012 - The All-New Honda CR-V

With its sleek new design, enhanced driving dynamics, superior functionality and competitive pricing, the all-new CR-V is one of the most anticipated Honda models to launch this year. Full story....

>> November 2012 - Nissan Sets More Records

Nissan have announced record-setting sales in Australia as the brand achieved its sixth consecutive monthly sales record, this time in October. Full story....

>> November 2012 - New Subaru Forester to Debut in Japan

The new generation All-Wheel Drive Subaru Forester will make its world premiere in Japan on November 13. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Jeep Wrangler Receives Poor Safety Rating

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has announced a 5 star ANCAP safety rating for the Kia Picanto, while the Jeep Wrangler has scored 4 stars. Full story....

>> October 2012 - The BMW M135i

The BMW M135i is the latest in the M Performance range and is powered by a straight six-cylinder engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, which is known for its spontaneous high revving performance, plus a level of efficiency that is unrivalled in this performance class. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Hyundai's Future Powertrain Strategy

Hyundai Motor Group have unveiled its latest powertrain technologies and future plans at ‘The 12th Hyundai Motor Group International Powertrain Conference,’ with the theme of ‘Convergence of Human, Environment, and Powertrain.’ Full story....

>> October 2012 - 4th Gen Honda CR-V

Honda Australia proudly introduces the all-new fourth-generation CR-V. The model that defined the compact-SUV segment has been comprehensively redesigned and will be on-sale in Australia in mid-November. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Skoda Rapid Premiere

ŠKODA’s newest creation will be on public display for the first time in Australia at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show. The Rapid is the first ŠKODA series car ever to fully feature the brand’s newly formulated design language. Full story....

>> October 2012 - The All New Kia Rondo

Kia will unveil an all-new Rondo at this year’s Australian International Motor Show. The new compact MPV is designed and engineered from a clean sheet to meet the needs of modern families. Full story....

Mazda today unveiled New-Look CX-9, All-New Mazda6 and New-Look MX-5 in-front of an Australian audience for the first time. Full story....

>> October 2012 - VW Passat Alltrack Introduced

Volkswagen extends its best-selling Passat model range with another specialist: the Passat Alltrack. This new version closes the gap between Passat Wagon and SUVs such as the Touareg. Full story....

>> October 2012 - New Ford Mondeo Unveiled

Ford Australia will today unveil the all-new Mondeo at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Ford EcoBoost Engine Expansion

Ford Australia’s EcoBoost engine family continues to grow, with the unveiling of several new fuel-efficient powertrains at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Holden Malibu to Land in Q3, 2013

Holden has announced it will offer the choice of two responsive four-cylinder engines and a premium audio system with Holden MyLink technology when it launches the much anticipated new Malibu mid-sized sedan next year. Full story....

>> October 2012 - The New Holden Cruze Sportswagon

The stunning new Holden Cruze Sportwagon has made its Australian debut at the Australian International Motor Show today. Full story....

>> October 2012 - New Holden Barina CDX

Holden’s popular light car range will be expanded in coming months with the introduction of a new range topping Barina CDX auto model. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Fords Smart Drive Outdoor Experience

The 4600 sq m “Smart Drive” experience is aimed at engaging showgoers with first-hand exposure to Ford’s show lineup and provide them with the opportunity to check out the features of Ford’s key show vehicles. Full story....

>> October 2012 - New Mini Reaches 10 Years Down Under

MINI fanatics from around Australia will converge on Adelaide in November for the first-ever "clubMINI AUnited" event, commemorating ten years of the "new" MINI in Australia. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Audi A4 Allroad Quattro Is Here

The A4 allroad quattro is in Australia. This brand new member of the A4 family can handle a variety of roads and trails, offering driving pleasure, even on unpaved surfaces. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Toyota Recall: Power Window Master Switch

Toyota Australia has announced a recall on certain Corolla, Kluger, RAV4, Yaris, Aurion and Camry vehicles built between 2006 and 2010 due to the power window master switch. Full story....

>> October 2012 - VW Up! Gets 5 Star Safety Rating

From just $13,990, the up! brings unprecedented levels of safety to the sub light category, offering innovative technology more commonly found in cars double the up!’s price. Full story....

>> October 2012 - $25K Smart ED

Maybe electric pizza delivery will be the future in L.A. Not so far fetched. You're certainly not going to need a mechanic because there's nothing left inside the engine bay. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Nissans Continues Sales Climb

Nissan’s Australian sales push is expected to remain strong. The company will soon commence a series of exciting new model releases. Full story....

>> October 2012 - Toyota And Its Robotic Hand

HSR has a 775mm-long folding arm that is capable of grabbing objects weighing up to 1.2kg. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Kia Congratulates Brownlow Medallist

Kia Motors Australia Chief Operating Officer Tony Barlow said Kia was delighted with the season and extremely happy for Jobe and his family, and is very optimistic about the future and direction of the club. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Bluetooth & USB For Entire Mazda Range

The introduction of Bluetooth to the stylish Mazda3 Neo means that every Mazda3 model comes with the most up-to-date Bluetooth technology and USB as standard, keeping you better connected than ever before. Full story....

The BMW Group achieved its best ever result in the Global 500 ranking of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) published today and scored 99 out of a possible 100 points. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Fleetcare Launches FBT Tax Reporting App

Fleetcare's new Logit - the first free, fully ATO compliant app which uniquely allows drivers to record and submit fringe benefit tax (FBT). Full story....

>> September 2012 - MINI JCW GP Prices Announced

MINI Australia today announced pricing and specification for its new limited edition MINI JCW GP and indicated that limited production for Australia is selling fast. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Renault Donates All-Electric Vehicle To Vatican

Renault has presented the Vatican with two electric vehicles made especially to meet the mobility needs of the Pope. The vehicles were handed over to His Holiness Benedict XVI by Renault’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Audi R8 eTron

The prototype vehicle has been driven by journalists so it's real and it's slightly shorter than it's V8 and V10 CO2 belching siblings. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Toyota On Track: One Million Hybrids 2012

Toyota is on track to sell one million hybrid vehicles in a calendar year worldwide for the first time - a clear sign that the advanced technology has entered mainstream motoring. Full story....

>> September 2012 - BMW i3 + i8

BMW says the "i" stands for visionary vehicles and mobility services, inspiring design and a new understanding of premium that is strongly defined by sustainability. Full story....

>> September 2012 - Mercedes-Benz: Aesthetics S

With its sculpture entitled "Aesthetics S", Mercedes-Benz is providing an artistic glimpse of the design of the luxury saloon of the foreseeable future. The aesthetics of the relief-like sculpture are combined with an exciting projection display. Full story....